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Highlights

Total volume of goods handled

35.41 million
tonnes + 0.2 %

Containers

12.58 MT

- 3.8%

Liquid bulk

13.67 MT

- 1.5 %

Dry bulk

9.16 MT

+ 9.3 %

Cruises

41

operations

65,136

passengers and crew members

Economic Impact

37,000

direct, indirect and induced jobs

$2.7

billion in economic benefit

1.5

million TEUs handled

Year in brief

  • January
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    Gold-Headed Cane awarded to the Master of the Helena G
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    New direct intermodal rail service created by CN between the Port of Montreal and Southern Ontario
  • February
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    Start of Julie Gascon’s tenure as President and CEO
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    Agreement signed by Port of Montreal with Pomerleau and Aecon to design the in-water works for its Contrecœur expansion project
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    Shore power installed for the Juno Marie
  • March
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    $16.75 million allocated by the Government of Canada to the Pie-IX railway bridge project
  • April
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    Three prestigious prizes awarded to Port of Montreal Tower
  • May
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    Kickoff of 2024 cruise season at the Port of Montreal
  • June
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    Inauguration of Bickerdike Promenade at the Port of Montreal
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    Contrecœur expansion project: open house event fostering dialogue
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    Port of Montreal among North America's most eco-responsible ports in Green Marine's latest performance report
  • July
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    Successful completion of Port of Montreal's major rail optimization project
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    $3.3 million in financial support from the Government of Canada for an innovative information-sharing technology tool
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    Sofiane Benyouci appointed to Port of Montreal's Board of Directors
  • August
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    Port of Montreal's Grand Quay now powered by 100% renewable energy
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    Signing by Montreal and Vietnam port authorities of an action plan on energy transition, green corridors and digital innovation in shipping
  • September
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    Port of Montreal’s Port Day: 10,000+ people dive into port life at a big free family festival
  • October
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    $12.5 million in financial support from the Government of Canada for grain containerization
  • November
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    Resumption of operations at Port of Montreal as per Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) order
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    Shoreline cleanup in Promenade-Bellerive Park organized by the MPA
  • December
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    Eco-friendly lighting at Bickerdike Terminal adopted by the MPA
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    Volunteering by MPA employees on such causes as Mariners' House of Montreal, the Guignolée de Contrecœur food drive and Hochelaga-Maisonneuve Collective Kitchen
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Chair and CEO messages

"The year 2024 was characterized by uncertainty and challenges, here like everywhere else, against a constantly changing economic and geopolitical backdrop. Whether dealing with the fallout from labour disputes or the repercussions of global events on international trade, what made it possible for us to stay the course was our commitment to our mission and our partners"

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Benefits and traffic

With 35.41 million tonnes of goods handled at the Port of Montreal in 2024, overall tonnage rose slightly by 0.2% compared to the previous year. This result, despite the uncertainty and turbulence faced throughout 2024, including the labour dispute and geopolitical issues around the world, is a testament to the resilience of stakeholders in the marine industry and the extent of the Port of Montreal's importance in North America's supply chain.

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Benefits and traffic

Commercial and operational development

In the context of an ever-changing shipping trade, the Port of Montreal ramped up its efforts to strengthen its competitiveness, optimize its operations and secure its infrastructure. Through strategic partnerships, enhanced security initiatives and technological innovations, the Port asserted its key role in the global supply chain.

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Commercial and operational development

Major projects

In 2024, the MPA undertook large-scale investments for a total budget of $106.9 million, exemplifying its determination to prepare the future of the Port of Montreal. These flagship projects, ranging from the Contrecœur expansion to initiatives to strengthen the fluidity, capacity and sustainability of our infrastructure, attest to a resolute commitment to optimize and secure all port operations in the face of future challenges.

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Major projects

Grand Quay

In the heart of Old Montreal, the Port of Montreal’s Grand Quay continued to be a must-see public space, combining city life and economic dynamism. The year 2024 brought record growth in both traffic and revenue, attesting to the site’s booming activity with more and more interweaving in the urban fabric.

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Grand Quay

Summary Report of Achievements in Sustainable Development

The Port of Montreal is committed to a sustainable future based on three essential pillars: environmental protection, harmonious cohabitation with neighbouring communities and responsible economic engagement.

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Summary Report of Achievements in Sustainable Development
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Chair and CEO messages